Does anyone know if this works well without sitting on dashboard? I would rather keep it low and out of sight.
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It needs a full field of view of the road. it will detect below the dash but the range is almost nothing.
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It needs to "see" the sky. It's Bluetooth and cordless, so just put it somewhere on the dash. It's rubber feet will keep it in place. It only ever gets plugged in to be recharged. It is quite stable - I have had it on my boat's dash many times. It won't move.
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I have one and I advise AGAINST buying it !The monitor is NOT very bright, and is VERY difficult to see while driving !I tried 2 of them ... same problem.
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hmmm there isn't anything built-in if that's what you mean... but the bottom of the speaker is pretty flat so you could probably stick a couple velcro strips on the bottom of the unit and some onto your dashboard? I think that would definitely be strong enough to hold it in place while driving and wouldn't affect the design/aesthetic of the speaker or your car!
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It depends on where you mount the device. I mounted on the face of the dashboard and it works great. The whole idea with the sticky pad is so it gives you versatility mounting positions.
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No. I tried to have my GPS app up while driving, and tried the dash, and the center console (fiber). In each instance, a slight turn sent the phone right off the surface and onto the floor. If you are going to get this case, you might need another item, like a dash pad, or something that will grip the phone to keep it from sliding off.
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The spot emblem has to face the sky in order to receive and transmit location data. It also needs a clear view of the sky, meaning no metal over the top of it. It would work if you strategically stuck it in the bed of the truck instead of just throwing it behind a seat. Read the install guide on the spot website. The trace is an awesome device. Folks really need to read the manual to understand how it works. This device never loses signal unless it's inside of a building or installed wrong.
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It works just fine for looking out. I've been using it with my dashcam for awhile now. It is just put up with the flip tab facing toward the front of the car, opposite to the view in the product image here.
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Shane, take a pass on this product. It is better suited for a situation where it is not constantly moving. It works as a set it and then don't move it again. I bought it and don't like it at all
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You can also mount it to the corner post or on your dashboard. I have had them on both. Corner post is the best as it's not as obstructive. I would not mount to your windshield.
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This product is designed to sit on top of the dash and its sticky surface tends to not let it slide. It is not permanently attached. Works ok for me.Joe
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It's essentially on a ball joint. The freedom of movement will probably be limited to your phone actually meeting the cars dash at some extreme and useless angle.
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It won't work properly if the surface baby is on isn't motionless (ie in car or bouncer). I'm a bit appalled by all the parents that say they are relying upon it in these places. Monitor works via a motion sensor!
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You can install it behind the dash or in the trunk behind the trim. It can easily be installed out of sight.
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This is a great dashboard mount. Easy to attach and remove. No residue left behind. The only thing I suggest is that you put the plastic disc that comes with the charger on when you remove it, so dirt does not stick. You then can throw in bag and go. Hope this helps.
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It's small and compact...so keeping it close to the listener is recommended. I had my unit installed under the front passenger seat. It sounds great! I don't think that placing it in trunk would give you good results.
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I'm not sure about the dashboard and I expected it depends on how smooth the surface is..yet, I haven't detached it for 2+ months from the front windshield and it didn't move at all while using it.